Rising Nigerian stars make Spotify’s list of emerging artists to watch out for in 2025.
Spotify names Ayo Maff, Kaestyle, Llona among emerging stars to watch out for
Emerging talents like Ayo Maff, Llona, Kaestyle, and TML Vibez are among the breakout stars to watch in 2025.
Afrobeats maintained its growth trajectory in 2024, fueled by a wave of fresh voices whose music captivated listeners.
One standout in this group is Ayo Maff, whose “Dealer” remix featuring Fireboy became the most-streamed song of 2024 on Spotify Nigeria.
His single ‘Are You There’ also further underscored his potential as an artist whose music captures the pulse of the street.
After an impressive debut year, 2025 is going to be a big year for the street pop star who is expected to release his debut LP.
Another star whose music is moving the street is Tml Vibez. The rising star garnered mainstream success with his singles ‘Bandana’, ‘247’, and ‘Wavy’ off his electrifying joint EP with DJ 4kerty.
In 2025, fans will surely be betting on the VIBEZ INC act to reach new heights in his career.
Boypee is the third breakout act on Spotify Nigeria in 2024 thanks to his partnership with Hyce, and Brown Joel with whom he delivered one of the biggest records of 2024 in ‘Ogechi’.
The chart-topping remix with Davido further rocketed the trior to fame as they became Afrobeats latest pop group.
Their infectious blend of Afropop with Highlife, and indigenous Igbo music is expected to offer more
Kaestyle is Nigeria’s fourth-ranking new musician, thanks to his feel-good anthems dedicated to joy, unity, and resilience.
With his singles ‘My Dealer’ featuring Omah Lay and ‘Egberi’ winning him new mainstream listeners, the Port Harcourt-born singer will be aiming to sustain this attention in 2025.
Llona’s bold and distinctive sound has set him apart in Nigeria’s pop music scene. This uniqueness is reflected in his debut album Homeless, which emerged as one of the top albums of 2024.
With his name now consistently appearing in the mainstream, Llona is undoubtedly one of the rising stars to keep an eye on in 2025.
